Maybe for Sig, It Did End Today

Published on April 1, 2025
Duration: 11:57

This video details a high-volume endurance test of the Sig M18 handgun, pushing it to 3,000 rounds in a single day. The shooter documents performance, heat, and user fatigue, noting zero malfunctions throughout the test. The firearm is then disassembled for internal inspection, revealing significant carbon buildup but continued operational capability.

Quick Summary

The Sig M18 handgun demonstrated exceptional reliability by completing a 3,000-round endurance test without a single malfunction. While the firearm became extremely hot and accumulated significant carbon buildup internally, all components remained functional, and it passed a post-test function check.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction: Sig M18 Test Begins
  2. 00:57No Training Value? Addressing Range Criticism
  3. 01:25Shooter Discomfort: Thumb Blister
  4. 01:38Approaching 2000 Rounds
  5. 01:453000 Round Mark Goal
  6. 02:06Magazine Reset and Fatigue
  7. 02:49Visible Carbon and Smoke
  8. 03:272000 to 3000 Round Burn Down
  9. 04:39Rotating Mags, Gun is Hot
  10. 05:29Reaching the 3000 Round Mark
  11. 06:013000 Round Mark Achieved
  12. 06:26Arriving at 3000 Rounds
  13. 06:46Internal Inspection: Carbon Buildup
  14. 07:05Zero Malfunctions at 3000 Rounds
  15. 07:53Function Test After 3000 Rounds
  16. 08:12Gun's Condition and Shooter's Opinion
  17. 08:40Considering 4000 Rounds
  18. 09:24Summary of Test So Far
  19. 10:05Gun is Clear and Safe
  20. 10:26The Gun is Working
  21. 10:52Zero Issues at 3000 Rounds, Continuing Test
  22. 11:06Loading Magazines for Next Phase

Frequently Asked Questions

How many rounds were fired through the Sig M18 in this endurance test?

The Sig M18 handgun was subjected to a rigorous endurance test, firing a total of 3,000 rounds within a single day. The test aimed to assess the firearm's reliability and performance under sustained, high-volume use.

Did the Sig M18 experience any malfunctions during the 3000-round test?

Remarkably, the Sig M18 handgun completed the entire 3,000-round endurance test without a single reported malfunction. This indicates a high level of reliability for the firearm even under extreme shooting conditions.

What was the condition of the Sig M18 after 3000 rounds?

After 3,000 rounds, the Sig M18 was extremely hot and showed significant carbon buildup internally. However, all external components remained attached and functional, and the firearm passed a subsequent function test.

What are the key takeaways from the Sig M18 3000-round test?

The primary takeaway is the Sig M18's exceptional reliability, completing 3,000 rounds without malfunctions. The test also highlighted the importance of managing shooter fatigue and the significant carbon buildup that can occur with high-volume firing.

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